About

In the spring of 2014 our Differential Equations class set out to launch a high altitude weather balloon (HAB) into space. The payload was equipped with a GoPro camera to capture HD video of the ascent as well as some scientific electronics to measure pressure and altitude.

This site details the preparation up to launch as well as the footage obtained upon recovery of the payload. Hopefully our project inspires you to attempt your own launch and that this site serves as a resource for you during your project.

Our HAB Project

This site encompasses every area of our project to launch a high altitude weather balloon (HAB) 19 miles above the earth while capturing HD video. Each post details one area of the project. If you want to simply see the end results, find the posts close to the top of the page. If you are looking to do your own HAB project then start at the bottom and work your way up!

**Special thanks to the Midlands Technical College Foundation for fully funding our project. Without their support this project would not have been possible.**